May Edition
In the spirit of being sustainable, economically efficient, and allowing instant access to the latest Vitality Employee Newsletter, we provide all issues in electronic format.
Mental Health and Me - A Health Advocate Webinar
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Learn practical ways to support mental and emotional well-being, recognize early warning signs, and know when to seek help. Register for this webinar, scheduled for Thursday, May 21, at 10 a.m. or 4 p.m.
Make Your Enrollment Selections in Workday: May 11-25
To access open enrollment information, look for an assigned Open Enrollment Journey in your notifications area of Workday. The journey will provide useful information and how to view and make changes to your enrollments.
Workday Wednesdays
Assistance is available at Workday Wednesday sessions scheduled through June 10 in the HUB lower-level conference room. Drop by any open session to get your questions answered or to receive assistance with Workday.
Employee Recognition Brunch: Thursday, May 28
RSVP and join us in the Social Hall from 9 to 11 a.m., for a special gathering to celebrate our community! Because this event is catered, we request all RSVPs by Monday, May 18.
Money Psychology: Beyond the Numbers - A TIAA Webinar
Join TIAA's financial experts on Thursday, May 7, at 11 a.m. to explore the psychological forces that influence financial decisions and how to use that understanding to make smarter, confident choices to support your long-term goals.
Stroke: What is Your Risk - Thursday, May 14 | noon-12:45 p.m.
Knowing what your risk factors are for stroke can help lower your likelihood of stroke. But did you know that there are some things that you cannot change? Join the UPMC Stroke Coordinator team for this informative webinar.
Spring Into Fitness Challenge
Challenge Members: Log your wellness and fitness activities by Friday, May 8.
May Dickinson Club Events
The Dickinson Club provides an opportunity for current and retired employees of Dickinson College to come together and socialize at the Hartman House most Fridays during the academic year from 5 to 7 p.m. over drinks and light fare.
YMCA360 Digital Experience for Employees
Thanks to a partnership with the Carlisle Family YMCA, all full- and part-time faculty and staff have access to YMCA360—a virtual platform offering a variety of wellness classes to support your health journey. New employees are added regularly.
Special Programs & Announcements
- Dickinson Club Events:
- Friday, May 1 - The Departments of Tome, and quite possibly live music
- Friday, May 8 – Woodfired Pizza by the Dickinson Farm, plus live music by Agent 99
- Thursday, May 14 – Annual Champagne Toast End-of-the-Year Celebration (Free to all employees & club members! Scheduled immediately after the last faculty meeting, around noon.)
- U-Turn 2026 Donation Drive: Drop off at trailer in Allison Hall Lot
- Thursday, May 14 | 12:30-3 p.m.
- Friday, May 15 | 12:30-3 p.m.
- More information can be found here or contact sustainability@dickinson.edu
- College Farm CSA
- 20% Discount on Carlisle YMCA Membership
- YMCA 360
Wellness@Dickinson
- Unfiltered You - Alera Group's May Newsletter
- Improve Your Mental Health Through Fitness - a Health Advocate Blog
- Commute PA Bike Bash - Enter to win a $100 gift card
- Carlisle Parks and Recreation Celebrates National Bike Month (May)
- Stroke: What is Your Risk- A UPMC CARES Stroke Coordinator team | Thursday, May 14, at noon
- Free Blood Pressure Screening: Thursday, May 14 | noon - 1 p.m. | HUB Sideroom 202
Financial Wellness
- Money Psychology: Beyond the Numbers webinar with TIAA: Thursday, May 7, at 11 a.m.
- TIAA Consultations | Tuesday, May 12 | HUB Sideroom 202
- Women Talk Money: 6 Steps to Help Maximize Your Retirement Savings | Wednesday, May 13, at 2 p.m.
- Finance for New Grads | Tuesday, May 19, at noon
- Fidelity Webinars
- TIAA Financial Webinars
- Medicare Resources
- Fidelity Investments - Medicare Explained Podcast
Fitness Schedule
As the end of the semester draws near, please confirm class schedules in EngageD via the Gateway by searching for key words (cardio, Pilates, Zumba), by selecting the Group Fitness category, or by clicking on the links below. Be sure to RSVP for each session you plan to attend.
Mondays
- Pilates | 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
- Water Aerobics | 5-6 p.m. | Kline Center Pool (May 11)
Tuesdays
- Cardio Fusion | noon-1 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
- Zumba | 5-6 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
Wednesdays
- Pilates | 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
Fridays
- Zumba | 5-6 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
- DEW Power Yoga | noon - 1 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio